We are approaching another busy season of fun in the sun, weddings, backyard parties and more.

With food costs going up by the minute, having a garden might help. Which means more things to do, but oh, the benefits of having your very own stash of food. It certainly will help to keep the summer food costs down.

On the news the other day, they said flour has gone up about 35 percent. A local restaurant owner told me that some of his food has gone up 100 percent.

The Senior Center of Carroll County, 110 Sixth Street, will be hosting a Volunteer Appreciation Day luncheon Friday, April 27, at 11:30 a.m. at the center. The luncheon is planned for all volunteers who have worked for the Senior Center throughout the year.